Speakers

Krystyna Dzierzanowski

Mental Health Resource Center

Krystyna Dzierzanowski

Mental Health Resource Center

Krystyna Dzierzanowski is a dedicated mental health professional with over a decade of service at the Mental Health Resource Center. She has built a career focused on supporting underserved and vulnerable populations. Her experience spans homeless outreach, community case management, and assisting in the management of critical public health initiatives—including COVID-19 testing sites and non-congregate shelters for individuals experiencing homelessness in Jacksonville. After receiving her Master’s in Forensic Psychology, Krystyna became the first clinician for Jacksonville’s Co-Responder Program, where she provided on-scene crisis support alongside law enforcement. She is currently the Program Manager of the Co-Responder Program, where she continues to oversee operations and expand community impact.

Rafael Griffin

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office

Rafael Griffin

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office

Officer Rafael Griffin is a 12-year veteran of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, currently serving with the Behavioral Crisis Response Unit. A U.S. Navy veteran, Officer Griffin has dedicated his law enforcement career to community-focused policing, spending the majority of his service in the Community Problem Response Unit investigating persistent criminal activity. Now, he applies his interviewing expertise to supporting individuals in mental health crises. He was recently honored with a life-saving award for his work in the field.

Michael Clark

St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office

Michael Clark

St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office

Sergeant Clark has served with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office since 2006, holding several impactful roles throughout his career. His direct work with individuals facing addiction, mental health challenges, and homelessness has shaped his compassionate, solution-focused approach to public service. As leader of the Sheriff’s Office Re-Entry/Outreach Program, he supports incarcerated individuals with housing, employment, substance abuse treatment, and mental health resources to aid successful reintegration. His outreach also extends to homeless communities, where he offers critical support and hope to those in need. Sergeant Clark’s dedication has made a lasting impact on individuals and families, helping to build a stronger, more resilient community.

Keith Melton

St. Johns County Sheriff's Office

Keith Melton

St. Johns County Sheriff's Office

Commander Keith Melton has devoted the past 18 years of his career to the Saint Johns County Sheriff's Office, working in the Corrections Division. He has held various roles within the agency and serves as the Corrections Support Services Lieutenant. In this position, he oversees re-entry/outreach, inmate programs, work squads, professional compliance, and contract services. Since joining the Sheriff's Office in 2006, he has been promoted to sergeant in 2011 and then to lieutenant in 2015. Additionally, he has been awarded two-unit awards, the Lifesaving and Meritorious Service awards. Since SSO expanded the Re-entry program to include Outreach, his responsibilities have expanded to include individuals outside of the jail. Directing this re-entry extension helps prevent individuals from being arrested and reduces additional strains on the criminal justice system. Lieutenant Melton has been passionate about creating opportunities for others to help themselves transition back into communities.

David Weeks

Bradford County Fire Rescue

David Weeks

Bradford County Fire Rescue

Lieutenant Weeks has proudly served Bradford County for more than 15 years, beginning his career as a volunteer firefighter at the age of 18. He now serves as a Lieutenant with Bradford County Fire Rescue, where he oversees the Community Paramedicine Team. In this role, he leads efforts to address health disparities and connect residents with essential resources, focusing on the unique needs of rural populations. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Fire and Emergency Services from the University of Florida. Throughout his career, Lieutenant Weeks has remained committed to serving his community, with a passion for bridging gaps in access to care and creating innovative, community-focused solutions that improve quality of life.

Jeff Hill

Wilson County Substance Prevention Coalition

Jeff Hill

Wilson County Substance Prevention Coalition

Jeff Hill serves as Executive Director of the Wilson County Substance Prevention Coalition, where he leads initiatives focused on substance misuse prevention, treatment, and recovery. Drawing from personal experience, Jeff is deeply committed to supporting vulnerable and at-risk populations in Wilson County. His work spans educational development, workforce training, and behavioral counseling within nonprofit settings. Certified in behavioral risk assessment (LS/CMI) and as a Recovery Coach (CCAR), Jeff oversees multiple federal and state grants, including HRSA’s RCORP Impact Grant, SAMHSA’s SPF-PFS 23 Grant, and Wilson County’s Opioid Settlement Plan. His leadership has enabled the distribution of naloxone kits, medication lock boxes, and disposal tools, while advancing community-based prevention and mental health services. Jeff and his wife Christina live in Goldsboro with their dogs, Champ and Olive, but proudly call Wilson home.

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